James Lapine
Latest News on James Lapine:
Cast Set For FALSETTOS at Court Theatre (Oct 9, 2024)
Kelli O'Hara and Raúl Esparza Will Join Jason Robert Brown at Carnegie Hall (Oct 8, 2024)
Student Blog: Swinging in Undergrad (Sep 30, 2024)
Cast Set For FALSETTOS at Court Theatre (Oct 9, 2024)
Kelli O'Hara and Raúl Esparza Will Join Jason Robert Brown at Carnegie Hall (Oct 8, 2024)
Student Blog: Swinging in Undergrad (Sep 30, 2024)
BIO
Lapine is an American stage director, playwright, screenwriter, and librettist. He has won the Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical three times, for Into the Woods, Falsettos, and Passion. He has frequently collaborated with Stephen Sondheim and William Finn.
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From left, co-writer/director James Lapine and choreographer Spencer Liff after the opening night performance of �"Falsettos†at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on April 17, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ryan Miller/Capture Imaging)
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04/18/2019
From: Photo Flash: FALSETTOS National Tour Stops At The Ahmanson Theatre!
From left, co-writer/director James Lapine and Center Theatre Group Producing Director Douglas C. Baker after the opening night performance of �"Falsettos†at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on April 17, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by
Date:
04/18/2019
From: Photo Flash: FALSETTOS National Tour Stops At The Ahmanson Theatre!
From left, co-writer/director James Lapine and cast member Nick Adams after the opening night performance of �"Falsettos†at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on April 17, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ryan Miller/Capture Imaging)
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04/18/2019
From: Photo Flash: FALSETTOS National Tour Stops At The Ahmanson Theatre!
From left, co-writer/director James Lapine and cast member Jonah Mussolino after the opening night performance of �"Falsettos†at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on April 17, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Photo by Ryan Miller/Capture Imaging)
Date:
04/18/2019
From: Photo Flash: FALSETTOS National Tour Stops At The Ahmanson Theatre!
From left, cast members Nick Blaemire, Thatcher Jacobs, Eden Espinosa, co-writer/director James Lapine and cast member Nick Adams after the opening night performance of �"Falsettos†at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on April 17, 2019 in Los Ange
Date:
04/18/2019
From: Photo Flash: FALSETTOS National Tour Stops At The Ahmanson Theatre!
From left, cast member Bryonha Marie Parham, co-writer/director James Lapine and cast member Audrey Cardwell after the opening night performance of �"Falsettos†at Center Theatre Group/Ahmanson Theatre on April 17, 2019 in Los Angeles, California. (Pho
Date:
04/18/2019
From: Photo Flash: FALSETTOS National Tour Stops At The Ahmanson Theatre!
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Movies
Life with Mikey
[ 1993 ] director
[ 1993 ] director
Into the Woods
[ 2011 ] writer
[ 2011 ] writer
Custody
[ 2016 ] producer
[ 2016 ] producer
Awards and Nominations
winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2014 - Best Play
James Lapine, Act One
Tony Awards - 2014 - Best Play
James Lapine, Act One
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Drama Desk Awards - 2005 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
James Lapine, The 25sup>th Annual Putnam Country Spelling Bee
The Lortels - 2005 - Outstanding Director
James Lapine, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
Tony Awards - 2005 - Best Direction of a Musical
James Lapine, The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee
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Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director - Musical
James Lapine, Amour
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
James Lapine , Into the Woods
Tony Awards - 2002 - Best Direction of a Musical
James Lapine, Into the Woods
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Drama Desk Awards - 2000 - Outstanding Director - Play
James Lapine, Dirty Blonde
Tony Awards - 2000 - Best Direction of a Play
James Lapine, Dirty Blonde
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
James Lapine, Passion
Drama Desk Awards - 1994 - Outstanding Director - Musical
James Lapine, Passion
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Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Book of a Musical
James Lapine, Passion
Tony Awards - 1994 - Best Direction of a Musical
James Lapine , Passion
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Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Book of a Musical
James Lapine, Falsettos
Tony Awards - 1992 - Best Direction of a Musical
James Lapine, Falsettos
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Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
James Lapine, Into the Woods
Drama Desk Awards - 1988 - Outstanding Director - Musical
James Lapine, Into the Woods
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1988 - Best Musical
James Lapine, Into the Woods
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Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Book of a Musical
James Lapine, Into the Woods
Tony Awards - 1988 - Best Direction of a Musical
James Lapine, Into the Woods
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Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Book of a Musical
James Lapine, Sunday in the Park with George
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Drama Desk Awards - 1984 - Outstanding Director of a Musical
James Lapine, Sunday in the Park with George
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New York Drama Critics Circle Awards - 1984 - Best Musical
James Lapine, Sunday in the Park with George
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Book of a Musical
James Lapine, Sunday in the Park with George
Tony Awards - 1984 - Best Direction of a Musical
James Lapine , Sunday in the Park with George
Videos
Video: Nathan Lane Receives the Stephen Sondheim Award from Signature Theatre
by Joshua Wright - May 13, 2024
Video: Vanessa Williams Releases Music Video for New Single 'Legs (Keep Dancing)'
by Blair Ingenthron - Apr 28, 2024
Video: Phillips and Suskauer Sing 'Move On' from Axelrod's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by Blair Ingenthron - Mar 24, 2024
Video: Watch Graham Phillips & Talia Suskauer in Axelrod's SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 13, 2024
Vanessa Williams Will Play Miranda Priestly in THE DEVIL WEARS PRADA Musical
by Stephi Wild - Feb 19, 2024
Video: Sara Bareilles Sings 'When You Wish Upon a Star' For Disney's 100th Anniversary
by Michael Major - May 18, 2023
VIDEO: Go Inside Rehearsals for INTO THE WOODS at Dallas Theater Center
by Alan Henry - Mar 14, 2023
Video: Watch 'Moments In The Woods' & 'It Takes Two' from INTO THE WOODS at Paramount Theatre
by Alan Henry - Feb 16, 2023
Video: Watch Joaquina Kalukango Perform 'Last Midnight' in INTO THE WOODS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 29, 2022
Video: First Look at James Lapine's New Documentary IN THE COMPANY OF ROSE
by Michael Major - Nov 11, 2022
VIDEO: Sara Bareilles on How Starring in INTO THE WOODS Compares to WAITRESS
by Michael Major - Jul 5, 2022
VIDEO: First Look at The Arden Theatre Company's Production of INTO THE WOODS
by Alan Henry - Jun 8, 2022
Meet the Nomine: Tom Kitt Talks FLYING OVER SUNSET Collaboration & More!
by Nicole Rosky - May 18, 2022
News
Cast Set For FALSETTOS at Court Theatre
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre Company will present William Finn and James Lapine’s Falsettos, a tribute to family and its many forms; a playful interrogation of faith and identity; and a celebration of the beauty, complexity, and necessity of love.
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre Company will present William Finn and James Lapine’s Falsettos, a tribute to family and its many forms; a playful interrogation of faith and identity; and a celebration of the beauty, complexity, and necessity of love.
Kelli O'Hara and Raúl Esparza Will Join Jason Robert Brown at Carnegie Hall
Tony Award Winner and Emmy and Grammy Nominee Kelli O'Hara and Tony Nominee Raúl Esparza will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM. Learn more about the guests and how to get tickets.
Tony Award Winner and Emmy and Grammy Nominee Kelli O'Hara and Tony Nominee Raúl Esparza will join three-time Tony Award-winning composer Jason Robert Brown for his Carnegie Hall solo concert debut on October 25, 2024, at 8:00 PM. Learn more about the guests and how to get tickets.
Student Blog: Swinging in Undergrad
In the fall of my sophomore year, I was cast as a swing in JMU STAD's production of 'Sunday in the Park with George'. While covering three tracks sounds daunting, here's how Megan's experience went. Spoiler alert, it was phenomenal!
In the fall of my sophomore year, I was cast as a swing in JMU STAD's production of 'Sunday in the Park with George'. While covering three tracks sounds daunting, here's how Megan's experience went. Spoiler alert, it was phenomenal!
Review: INTO THE WOODS at Great Lakes Theater
What did our critic think of INTO THE WOODS at Great Lakes Theater?
What did our critic think of INTO THE WOODS at Great Lakes Theater?
DRACULA: A COMEDY OF TERRORS & More Lead Dallas' Fall 2024 Top Theatre Shows
Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks for fall 2024!
Dallas is never lacking outstanding theatre, whether epic Broadway shows, engrossing dramas or bold fringe offerings. BroadwayWorld is rounding up our top recommended theatre every month. Check out our top picks for fall 2024!
Max Chernin & Talia Suskauer Will Lead PARADE On Tour
BroadwayWorld has learned that Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer will lead the tour of Broadway revival of Parade as Leo and Lucille Frank, which will tour in 2025.
BroadwayWorld has learned that Max Chernin and Talia Suskauer will lead the tour of Broadway revival of Parade as Leo and Lucille Frank, which will tour in 2025.
Tony-Winner Christopher Ashley To Receive Prestigious 'Mr. Abbott' Award From Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Christopher Ashley was announced as the recipient of the prestigious Mr. Abbott Award by the Stage Directors and Choreographers Foundation, recognizing his outstanding contributions to the theater industry.
Review: INTO THE WOODS at City Theatre Austin
City Theatre Austin’s production of Into the Woods is a captivating exploration of fairy tales and human desires. Weaving well-known fairy tale characters, the musical delves into the complexities of choice and consequence but also explores Sondheim’s idea that we can find strength in our community, that no one is alone. #ATXTheatre #musicals
City Theatre Austin’s production of Into the Woods is a captivating exploration of fairy tales and human desires. Weaving well-known fairy tale characters, the musical delves into the complexities of choice and consequence but also explores Sondheim’s idea that we can find strength in our community, that no one is alone. #ATXTheatre #musicals
Vanessa Williams Joins Cast of Season 2 of ELSBETH
Broadway favorite Vanessa Williams is set to appear as a guest star in Season 2 of the series, playing the jewelry-obsessed character of Roselyn.
Broadway favorite Vanessa Williams is set to appear as a guest star in Season 2 of the series, playing the jewelry-obsessed character of Roselyn.
Video: Vanessa Williams Releases Music Video for 'iLike Moonlight'
The Devil Wears Prada star Vanessa Williams has just dropped a new music video for her recent single iLike Moonlight. The single was included on her new album Survivor, released last month. Watch the video now!
The Devil Wears Prada star Vanessa Williams has just dropped a new music video for her recent single iLike Moonlight. The single was included on her new album Survivor, released last month. Watch the video now!
Photos: Kokandy Productions Presents INTO THE WOODS At The Chopin Theatre
Kokandy Productions concludes its 2024 season with an immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s classic Into The Woods, the first Chicago storefront production of the beloved musical in over a decade. See photos from the production.
Kokandy Productions concludes its 2024 season with an immersive production of Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine’s classic Into The Woods, the first Chicago storefront production of the beloved musical in over a decade. See photos from the production.
FALSETTOS to be Presented by Court Theatre & TimeLine Theatre This November
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre announced their collaboration on FALSETTOS, set to run this November. The production will bring the Tony Award-winning musical to Chicago audiences.
Court Theatre and TimeLine Theatre announced their collaboration on FALSETTOS, set to run this November. The production will bring the Tony Award-winning musical to Chicago audiences.
New Musical ONCE IN A LIFETIME, AGAIN Will Have a Developmental Reading Next Week
The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Once in a Lifetime, Again, A Musical About Love, Loss and the Healing Power of Music. Learn more about the musical and the readings here!
The York Theatre Company will present developmental readings of Once in a Lifetime, Again, A Musical About Love, Loss and the Healing Power of Music. Learn more about the musical and the readings here!
Teens On Stage To Present Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine's INTO THE WOODS
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck and Teens on Stage will present Into the Woods, a captivating musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine.
The CENTER for Performing Arts at Rhinebeck and Teens on Stage will present Into the Woods, a captivating musical by Stephen Sondheim and James Lapine.
INTO THE WOODS Comes to Austin Next Month
Austinites will step Into the Woods as City Theatre concludes its 2024 summer season with Stephen Sondheim’s most popular and successful musical.
Austinites will step Into the Woods as City Theatre concludes its 2024 summer season with Stephen Sondheim’s most popular and successful musical.
Review: A NEW BRAIN at Fuse Theatre Ensemble
Fuse's take on this musical about art, creativity, and renewal has a ton of heart.
Fuse's take on this musical about art, creativity, and renewal has a ton of heart.
THE SOUND OF MUSIC & More Set for The Royal Players 2024-25 Season
The Royal Players revealed their 2024-25 season at the historic Royal Theatre. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
The Royal Players revealed their 2024-25 season at the historic Royal Theatre. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Review: INTO THE WOODS at Union Avenue Opera
The Union Avenue Opera completes its 30th season with a lavish production of Into the Woods. It’s yet another large challenge for this small company—and once again they meet and conquer it with élan.
The Union Avenue Opera completes its 30th season with a lavish production of Into the Woods. It’s yet another large challenge for this small company—and once again they meet and conquer it with élan.
Vagabond Players Gears Up For 109th Season
Vagabond Players has revealed its 2024/2025 season. Learn more here!
Vagabond Players has revealed its 2024/2025 season. Learn more here!
SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH GEORGE & More Announced For 2025 Glimmerglass Festival
The Glimmerglass Festival will present a world premiere, two company premieres including Sunday in the Park with George, and a revival of the company’s first commission for young people in its 2025 season.
The Glimmerglass Festival will present a world premiere, two company premieres including Sunday in the Park with George, and a revival of the company’s first commission for young people in its 2025 season.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many shows has James Lapine written?
James Lapine has written 18 shows including Table Settings (Playwright), Sunday in the Park with George (Bookwriter), Into the Woods (Bookwriter), Falsettoland (Bookwriter), Falsettos (Bookwriter), Passion (Bookwriter), Luck, Pluck, and Virtue (Bookwriter), Twelve Dreams (Playwright), A New Brain (Bookwriter), The Moment When (Playwright), Dirty Blonde (Conceiver), Fran's Bed (Playwright), Sondheim on Sondheim (Conceiver), Act One (Adapter), Little Miss Sunshine (Playwright), Barbara Cook: Then and Now (Conceived by), Mrs. Miller Does Her Thing (Author), Flying Over Sunset (Book).
What awards has James Lapine been nominated for?
James Lapine has received numerous nominations for his work in theater. He was nominated for Best Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards and the Tony Awards for Act One. He earned nominations for Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards and The Lortels for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, as well as Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for the same show. Additionally, he was nominated for Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Amour. Lapine received nominations for Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards for Into the Woods. He was also nominated for Outstanding Director - Play at the Drama Desk Awards and Best Direction of a Play at the Tony Awards for Dirty Blonde. His work on Passion garnered him nominations for Outstanding Book of a Musical and Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards, as well as Best Book of a Musical and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards. For Falsettos, he received nominations for Best Book of a Musical and Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards. He was nominated for Outstanding Book of a Musical and Outstanding Director - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Into the Woods, which also earned him a nomination for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Lapine received nominations for Best Book of a Musical, Best Direction of a Musical at the Tony Awards, and Outstanding Book of a Musical and Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Sunday in the Park with George. The show also earned him nominations for Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards.
What awards has James Lapine won?
James Lapine has won several prestigious awards, including Best Play at the BroadwayWorld Awards for Act One. He received the Outstanding Director of a Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee, as well as for Amour and Dirty Blonde in the Outstanding Director - Musical and Outstanding Director - Play categories, respectively. Lapine has also won the Tony Award for Best Book of a Musical for Passion and Falsettos. He received the Outstanding Book of a Musical award at the Drama Desk Awards for Into the Woods, which also won Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards. Additionally, he won the Best Book of a Musical Tony Award for Into the Woods and the Outstanding Book of a Musical Drama Desk Award for Sunday in the Park with George. He was awarded Outstanding Director of a Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Sunday in the Park with George, which also won Best Musical at the New York Drama Critics Circle Awards.
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